The Georgian international prop has played for numerous clubs in France’s Top 14, including spells at Agen, Bayonne, Brive and Castres. He has also featured in the Heineken Cup on a number of occasions.

Peakrishvili has represented the Georgian national side on 23 occasions, making his debut in 2008 and was part of the 2015 Rugby World Cup squad.

He joined Ulster as short-term injury cover for the start of the 2016/17, before making his move to Cardiff Blues.

Danny Wilson insists Cardiff Blues will not take the Italian sides for granted over the next fortnight, as Wales' Capital Region prepare for back-to-back Guinness PRO14 clashes against Zebre and Benetton Rugby.